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after use. vs after the use.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'After use' is more commonly used when referring to a general action that follows the use of something, while 'after the use' is used when referring to a specific instance of use. The presence or absence of 'the' changes the specificity of the reference.

Last updated: March 24, 2024

after use.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to actions that occur following the use of something in a general sense.

Examples:

  • Please clean the equipment after use.
  • Dispose of the container after use.
  • Store the product properly after use.
  • Any unused solution should be discarded immediately after use.
  • Wash and disinfect hands after use.
  • Specify the treatment of seals after use.
  • Wash hands and any exposed skin with soap and water and remove contaminated clothing immediately after use.
  • Illuminated signs and acoustic signals must be reactivated immediately after use.
  • The containers, receptacles and/or premises set aside for waste must always be thoroughly cleaned and, if appropriate, disinfected after use.
  • The cation exchanger is rejected after use.
  • Discard any cream remaining in a sachet after use.
  • Dispose of any cream left in the sachet after use.
  • Discard any unused contents of a single use container immediately after use.
  • Close the bottle cap firmly immediately after use.
  • A potentially dangerous amount of fentanyl remains in the system after use.
  • The needle shielding system is designed to cover the micro-needle after use.
  • Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
  • Carefully dispose of used pipettes immediately after use.
  • Discard any tablets remaining in the container after use.
  • Wash and disinfect hands and equipment after use.
  • Reason: Deposit schemes are an excellent way of encouraging consumers to return batteries after use.
  • Pressurized container: Do not pierce or burn, even after use.
  • The tube is not left in the body after use.

Alternatives:

  • after using
  • after being used
  • after the item is used

after the use.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to refer to actions that occur following a specific instance of use of something.

Examples:

  • The maintenance should be done after the use of the machine.
  • Inspect the tools after the use.
  • Dispose of the materials after the use.

Alternatives:

  • after using the
  • after the item is used
  • after the equipment is used

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